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Bilingual Immigration Associate Attorney (Spanish/English)

Houston, TX · Remote

$90K - $115K/yr

A rapidly growing immigration law firm is seeking a Bilingual Immigration Associate Attorney (Spanish/English) to join our dynamic legal team. This role focuses on family-based immigration cases and ...

Fragomen

A career as a Business Immigration Associate at Fragomen gives you the opportunity to work with a smart, motivated, and diverse peer group. Our exclusive focus on immigration means you will practice ...

Fragomen

A career as a Business Immigration Associate at Fragomen gives you the opportunity to work with a smart, motivated, and diverse peer group. Our exclusive focus on immigration means you will practice ...

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for immigration associate in the United States is $73,895.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,000.00 and $90,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an immigration associate?

Immigration Associates are legal professionals who assist attorneys and clients with immigration-related matters. They typically help prepare and file immigration applications, conduct legal research, and communicate with clients about case status. Immigration Associates may work in law firms, non-profit organizations, or government agencies. Their role is crucial in ensuring that immigration processes are handled efficiently and in compliance with current laws and regulations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an immigration associate?

To thrive as an Immigration Associate, you need a solid understanding of immigration law, strong research abilities, and often a relevant degree or paralegal certification. Familiarity with legal case management software, government immigration systems (such as USCIS portals), and document preparation tools is essential. Attention to detail, cultural sensitivity, and excellent communication skills help you build client trust and navigate complex legal scenarios. These competencies ensure accurate case handling, compliance with evolving regulations, and effective advocacy for clients' immigration needs.

What are some common challenges faced by immigration associates when handling complex cases?

Immigration Associates often encounter challenges such as navigating constantly evolving immigration laws, managing tight deadlines for case submissions, and handling high volumes of client inquiries. Additionally, they must ensure the accuracy and completeness of documentation to avoid delays or denials, and may need to work with clients facing stressful or urgent situations. Effective communication and meticulous attention to detail are essential to overcoming these challenges and ensuring successful outcomes.
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Infographic showing various Immigration Associate job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 29% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $73,895 per year, or $35.5 per hour.

Business Immigration Associate Attorney

Philadelphia, PA • On-site

GREEN & SPIEGEL US
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$95K - $125K/yr

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Job description

Description:

This is a Contract-to-Hire opportunity. Employment will begin as a 6-month contract with the possibility of permanent hire at the end of the contract period.


Green and Spiegel U.S. seeks an Associate Attorney with 3–6 years of employment-based immigration experience to join our corporate immigration practice. The ideal candidate will have experience managing high-volume business immigration matters for corporate clients and be comfortable handling a significant caseload with increasing independence.


This position supports multinational and large corporate clients and requires strong organizational skills, sound legal judgment, responsiveness, and the ability to effectively manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Candidates should be comfortable serving as a primary legal contact for assigned accounts and collaborating with case managers, paralegals, and client stakeholders.


JOB DUTIES

  • Provide legal advice and case updates to clients, generally without direct guidance or supervision for routine matters.
  • Conduct or contribute to client consultations.
  • Accompany clients to interviews and similar in-person matters.
  • Formulate case strategy for assigned cases.
  • Oversee the production of case materials (drafts, filings, etc.)
  • Draft case matters as directed, including more difficult case materials that are not appropriate for drafting by support staff (RFE responses, complex fact patterns, etc.).
  • Function as a primary client point of contact (often in conjunction with Case Managers), in order to ensure that client communications are addressed quickly, efficiently, and in a manner that reflects positively on the firm.
  • Leading or participating in case status team meetings with legal support staff as needed and appropriate.
  • Examine and address questions or case issues raised by legal support staff and provide guidance for addressing same.
  • Function as a primary/final case reviewer for drafts/final submissions.
  • Maintain organized, legally-compliant client files.
  • Conduct legal research and maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant developments in immigration law and agency practice.
  • Participate in required professional development activities.
  • Represent Green and Spiegel at client and industry functions, as directed.
Requirements:

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

  • High-volume corporate immigration practice.
  • Managing large employer accounts with recurring NIV and IV matters.
  • H-1B, L-1A/L-1B, TN, E-3, O-1, PERM, I-140, and Adjustment of Status matters.
  • Drafting RFEs, NOIDs, complex legal support letters, and case strategy memoranda.
  • Advising HR, mobility, and business stakeholders on immigration strategy and compliance considerations.
  • Reviewing work product prepared by paralegals and case managers.
  • Managing deadlines across numerous active matters while maintaining exceptional client service.

KEY COMPETENCIES

  • Ability to independently address most common legal issues without needing to seek guidance from a Senior Associate/Partner, while maintaining awareness of when such issues do require escalation.
  • Ability to independently manage a high-volume caseload while maintaining accuracy and responsiveness.
  • High level of awareness of legal developments and agency practices.
  • Strong client relationship and communication skills.
  • Ability to identify trends, risks, and process improvements across large client populations.
  • Strong attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to prioritize urgent matters and adapt to shifting client needs.
  • Commitment to teamwork and collaboration in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong verbal, written, and organizational skills.
  • Willingness to take on added responsibilities and learn new things.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and ability to adapt quickly to firm-specific software.

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